Bird Flu Detected in Sheep for the First Time in England

The H5N1 case in Yorkshire highlights cross-species transmission, but officials stress low risk to livestock and public health.

The infected sheep was identified during routine surveillance on a Yorkshire farm where bird flu had previously been found in captive birds.
The sheep was humanely culled, and no further infections were detected in the remaining flock, according to DEFRA.
Experts emphasize the importance of strict biosecurity measures and vigilance to prevent further cross-species transmission.
The UK Health Security Agency has reiterated that the risk to public health remains very low, and there is no evidence of increased risk to livestock.
The Food Standards Agency assures the public that properly cooked poultry and poultry products remain safe to consume, with bird flu posing minimal food safety risks.